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NC License

by Krista

Jul 21, 2017

Looking to transfer my NY license to NC license. Does any one have any insight as to what the requirements are?

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Jeff Most people here will recommend not coming to NC as the state is not teacher friendly. Read up on salary and benefits and make your decision. Go here to read about licensing. http://www.dpi.state.nc.us/licensure/beginning/

Looks like you'll have to take the appropriate Praxis exam. The number of years is experience may also impact what you...See More

Jul 22, 2017

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Foundations of Reading Test

by Karen

Jul 5, 2017

Does anyone know whether the Practice tests online are the same as, or very similar to the real test? I am making 85-95 on the multiple choice section and if its very similar I will do ok. If not....maybe not so much?

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Taxes after retirement ?

by Almost there

Jun 20, 2017

I've been figuring my pension amount; that's easy -- it'll be between $2200-2300/month. But how much of it will I get to keep?

I see that federal taxes are 15% on $18,651 - $75,900 ... and even with some investment income, we'll be under $75,900.

And I see that NC taxes are 7% on $12,751 and $60,000.

So I'm looking at ...See More

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Jeff How much you keep depends on many factors but I can tell you a few things. You do not pay social security on pension income. NC State tax for 2017 is 5.499% and it is not on all of your income. Remember you have standard exemption that exempts the first ?? Of your income. The tax rate you mention is your 'marginal' tax rate. The rate you pay on the...See More

Jun 27, 2017

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Re: retirement

by Staying positive

Jun 19, 2017

I believe that was in the event a position is cut through reduction in force. I know it was discussed at some point that if the position was fully cut and there were not similar positions available for which one was qualified, then one could in a sense fully retire at 25 years. The calculations would be based on 25 years, so about 9% less in retire...See More

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Retirement

by 25 years in

Jun 19, 2017

Yes, that's true ... but you must be 60 years old, and your "full retirement" (the actual term is "unreduced") will be less than someone who does a full 30 years. Why? Because the formula uses your highest four years of salary ... and if you haven't done the full 30 years, you won't be at the highest possible salary.

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Retirement

by 20 Plus Years

Jun 17, 2017

A few months ago a heard a rumor about teachers being able to fully retire at 25 years and not 30 years. Anyone else heard this and is it true?

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Deann Marin I havent heard this, but it woukd be great for those ready to retire

Jun 19, 2017

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Pursuing Lateral Entry - Question!

by 25 years in

Jun 14, 2017

I do have other people I know personally who disagree with your characterization.

You sound determined, so you'll have to see what you discover for yourself as you pursue this idea; however, remember that my opinion was formed over more than two decades and is based upon dozens of people with a variety of circumstances. My opinion is soli...See More

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Private vs public salaries?

by Sue

Jun 10, 2017

I am from New England. We are considering a move to North Carolina but I heard it's a horrible state for teachers. Is it any better in private schools? Are the private school salaries much lower than public in NC?

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Rojgar Dhaba Public salary is a better option for you, I think you prefer government job. This is getting high salary package choice for you.

Jun 12, 2017

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harpazo Public schools in general pay far more than private schools. Private schools depend on parents for their salary. Not too many people can afford a private school education.

Jun 13, 2017

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Lateral Entry Going away

by Curious

Jun 9, 2017

Does NC-S599 do away with lateral entry as it currently is and changes it that the coursework must be completed prior to employment? I was reading that it could go into effect as early as the fall.

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Gray My understanding is it would put lateral entry hires (called "residency" licensees under the new bill) through a training program at the school that hires them before putting them in their own classroom. That part I like, though not sure how it would work exactly. I don't like that it shortens how long one has to complete coursework.

Jun 10, 2017

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Snowgal17 I believe the training program is through the approved NC Universities that are currently authorized. Applicants would be issued the new one year license once coursework is compled and they are in the internship portion of completing the program.

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Pursuing Lateral Entry

by 25 years in

Jun 8, 2017

I see that you're digging for something positive, but you're not likely to find much. The lateral entry program is not a good concept; it assumes that knowing the subject matter is the same as understanding how to translate that material to students while managing a plethora of other details. Its original intention was to bring in people with exper...See MoreI see that you're digging for something positive, but you're not likely to find much. The lateral entry program is not a good concept; it assumes that knowing the subject matter is the same as understanding how to translate that material to students while managing a plethora of other details. Its original intention was to bring in people with experience in trades or business -- it wasn't really intended for core subjects. In more than two decades, I have no strongly positive stories to share -- and I have a story about absolutely everything.

Yes, teacher attrition is bad in NC -- multiple reasons, but that's another subject. Lateral entry attrition is not just worse; it's exponentially worse. In my experience, lateral entry people rarely return for a second year, sometimes don't finish out the semester. Our county has opted to hire VIF -- Visiting International Faculty -- instead of lateral entry; these are teachers from other countries. They only stay two years, but they're more stable than the average lateral entry person.

When you say "it depends upon the person", I know you're thinking that you're a strong student yourself, you can handle challenges, and you are willing to work hard. I don't doubt those things, but I think you're looking at this job with rose colored glasses. Let me say it differently: You're thinking that because you're highly skilled at the subject matter and are a good speaker, you're going to do well -- those things will see you through about 10% of teaching. You haven't had classes in lesson preparation, haven't had a student teaching semester to help you, aren't prepared to deal with special needs kids and 504 kids, and -- to put it simply -- you think these are quick and easy things that you'll pick up in the first week. No, these are the things that break the lateral entry people.

You're an attorney, right? Would you say that I could read your notes thoroughly, interview your client, and go in and try a case ... with maybe a mentor to prepare me for half an hour? It's laughable, isn't it? Well, it's the same for the classroom. People think that because they were students, they know how to teach.

You say you're applying to good schools. Thing is, everyone wants to get into the good schools, so those jobs are going to the certified teachers. Likewise, the honors classes go to the experienced teachers. The new guy on the hall gets to teach the low-level, least-motivated students -- while working towards certification.

Coaches are always in need. We're overrun with people willing/able to do clubs and organizations.

In conclusion, I know you want encouragement, but I honestly don't think you're at all likely to get a History job through lateral entry, and I haven't seen great success with that program. My suggestions are still, Consider community college or a charter school ... the student population would make the job immensely easier. Or -- better yet -- consider substitute teaching. The qualifications for subbing are low, and it'd allow you a taste of school without any real commitment.

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